Application
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to operate and maintain surveillance equipment according to communication protocols.
The unit applies to individuals who use radio communication and electronic equipment to record observations during a surveillance operation.
All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, according to state/territory health and safety, biosecurity and environmental regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace.
Regulatory requirements apply to this unit. Users are required to check with the relevant jurisdiction for current requirements.
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements | Performance Criteria |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Operate and maintain surveillance equipment | 1.1 Select, operate and maintain surveillance equipment according to surveillance plan, jurisdictional policies, procedures and laws, and operational requirements 1.2 Maintain security of equipment and communications throughout the surveillance operation 1.3 Produce photographs and video footage that meet surveillance operational and legislative requirements 1.4 Connect, use and operate covert communication attachments 1.5 Identify the use by subjects of scanner and interceptor equipment, and make the appropriate response |
2. Participate in surveillance communication protocols | 2.1 Select communications equipment appropriate for the transmission distances required for the surveillance operation 2.2 Identify and use radio communication channels appropriate to the surveillance operation 2.3 Use secure coding equipment and secure transmission modes appropriate to surveillance operational requirements 2.4 Document observations, ensuring communication is clear, concise, accurate, timely and relevant, using surveillance terminology as appropriate |
Foundation Skills
This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are essential for performance in this unit of competency but are not explicit in the performance criteria.
Skill | Description |
Numeracy | Determines resource quantities and location information |
Reading | Interprets maps, photos and video |
Writing | Prepares reports and related documentation |
Interact with others | Collaborates with other colleagues and team in the achievement of surveillance outcomes |
Get the work done | Devises and implements solutions for problems, adapting past experiences to solve unfamiliar problems |
Sectors
Compliance (CPL)